Norfolk Southern Safety Train Valdosta
Training Event
Overview
Training includes:
- Hands-on workshops and classroom instruction
- Certificates upon successful completion will be emailed following the event
Attendee Level
Emergency responders including:
- fire departments,
- law enforcement,
- emergency medical services,
- hazmat response teams,
- emergency management personnel,
- military,
- homeland security personnel,
- shippers
Event Focus
Featured topics:
- Safety On Railroad Property
- Rail Shipping Documents
- Rail Equipment Identification
- Rail Tank Cars Locomotive Fires
- Flammable Liquid Unit Trains
- Incident Response Procedures
- Working with Railroad Officials
- AskRail Mobile App
Description
Norfolk Southern provides emergency preparedness training to first responders as part of TRANSCAER (Transportation Community Awareness and Emergency Response), a nationwide program that assists communities prepare for and respond to a hazardous materials transportation incident.
Important Details
Required Safety Gear:
Participants should bring sturdy leather work boots with a defined heel. No open-toe footwear permitted. Bring additional PPE as required by your employer
Sponsors
- Norfolk Southern Corporation
Contacts
Robert
Wood
Norfolk Southern Railway
robert.wood2@nscorp.com
1200 Peachtree Street NE
Atlanta GA 30309
robert.wood2@nscorp.com
Chad
Edwards
Norfolk Southern Corporation
Chad.Edwards@nscorp.com
Chad.Edwards@nscorp.com
